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2010 ford taurus Model Overview

Once the best-selling car in America, the Ford Taurus spent the better part of a decade in automotive purgatory, but the storied nameplate finally got its luster back when the 2010 model was unveiled.

A full redesign of a full-size sedan that was first launched in 2005 as the Five Hundred, the 2010 Taurus is a stylish and luxuriously-equipped car that punches above its price-point in terms of interior quality and available features. The Taurus is equipped with competent and modern powertrains, especially the game-changing EcoBoost twin-turbo V-6 in the SHO. Front-drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available with just a minor hit to fuel economy.

The Taurus’ size gives its occupants plenty of space and provides a cavernous 20.1 cubic-foot trunk. To make parking easier, all Taurus models come with rear back-up sensors and a rear camera is optional or standard, depending on trim level. Another feather in the Taurus’ cap is that it is slated to take over for the Crown Victoria as Ford’s police offering.

The 2010 Ford Taurus is an all-new model that is laden with high-tech features like adaptive cruise control, push-button start, blind spot information system, and massaging multi-contour front seats. The 2010 model year also marks the return of the performance-oriented Taurus SHO, which receives a sport-tuned suspension.

Even in base SE trim, the Taurus is a stylish full-size sedan that can easily be mistaken for a luxury car. SHO models get dual exhaust tips, EcoBoost badging, and a rear spoiler.

The Taurus has a luxurious interior with high-quality plastics throughout. Dual-zone climate control is standard on most models and leather upholstery is standard on Limited and SHO models, as are heated and cooled front seats.

The two-ton Taurus is a big and heavy car, so handling is not its strong suit. The 263 horsepower, 249 pound-feet naturally-aspirated 3.5-liter V-6 makes plenty of power for most drivers, while the SHO’s 365 horsepower EcoBoost twin-turbocharged V-6 makes it a straight-line missile without sacrificing fuel-economy. All-wheel drive is standard on the SHO, optional on SEL and Limited models.

The Taurus is equipped with dual front, front side, and front-and-rear side-curtain airbags plus rollover sensors and stability control. Adaptive cruise control with collision warning and brake support is optional on Limited and SHO models.

Recalls

Recall ID#14V285000 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Consequence

This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Recall Date

2014-05-29

Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. When used in areas that use road salt, the license plate lamp assembly may experience an electro-chemical reaction and corrosion as a result of water intrusion.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the license plate lamp assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S08. Note: Under program 14R01, Ford will notify owners in non-corrosion states, and, at the customer's request, dealers will replace the license plate lamp assembly.

Units Affected

183425

Recall ID#15V040000 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Consequence

If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Recall Date

2015-01-28

Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured June 1, 2011, to October 31, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S02.

Units Affected

194889

Recall ID#16V247000 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Consequence

An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C06.

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